The Noodlophile malware harvests browser credentials, cryptocurrency wallet information and more sensitive data, according to a security researcher.
Rumble, the video-sharing platform known for backing alternative media voices, is developing a crypto wallet that could launch by the third quarter of this year. On May 9, Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski said the wallet will serve as a non-custodial tool tailored for creators. He emphasized the company’s ambition to become a central player in […]
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Pharmaceutical supply chain and technology firm Wellgistics Health has announced it will integrate XRP as a treasury asset and payments infrastructure across its pharmacy network. The $50 million capital facility, structured as an equity line, was arranged through LDA Capital, a private alternative investment group with prior involvement in crypto-backed funding strategies. The agreement allows Wellgistics to draw […]
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Meta is exploring stablecoin-based payment infrastructure in a renewed effort to integrate blockchain technology into its platforms, Fortune reported on May 8, citing people familiar with the matter. According to the report, the tech giant is in preliminary discussions with multiple crypto firms to evaluate stablecoins as a mechanism for managing cross-border payouts. The discussions […]
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The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reviewing a potential exemption order allowing firms to issue and trade securities using distributed ledger technology (DLT). SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce revealed this plan during a May 8 address at the agency’s International Institute for Securities Market Growth and Development. SEC’s proposed crypto framework According to Peirce, […]
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OpenAI launched a new initiative to help countries build artificial intelligence systems rooted in democratic values, according to a May 7 statement. The OpenAI for Countries initiative is part of the firm’s broader Stargate project and aims to engage governments to partner in shaping AI frameworks that uphold transparency, accountability, and public interest. According to the […]
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LockBit, one of the most well-known Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) groups, suffered a serious security breach that exposed around 60,000 Bitcoin addresses. On May 8, blockchain security firm SlowMist reported that hackers exploited a PHP 0-day or 1-day vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to LockBit’s backend systems and admin console. SlowMist pointed out that the hack resulted […]
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Ethereum is eyeing an increase in its gas limit by 66% to 60 million units to improve transaction capacity and network efficiency. On May 7, Ethereum core developer Parithosh Jayanthi confirmed that the 60 million gas limit would be rolled out on the blockchain’s mainnet network after successfully testing on the Sepolia and Holesky testnets. […]
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Sei Labs, the core development team behind the Sei blockchain, has proposed a fundamental shift in the network’s architecture that would eliminate support for Cosmos transactions and CosmWasm contracts. Instead, the team plans to transition fully to an Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible framework, arguing that this move would simplify the blockchain and improve the developer […]
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Coinbase's new open-source standard uses a once-forgotten status code to integrate stablecoin payments directly into websites and APIs.
Robinhood is reportedly working on blockchain infrastructure that will enable European retail investors to trade US securities, Bloomberg News reported on May 7. According to the report, the brokerage platform is exploring a partnership with a digital asset firm to support the initiative and is considering Arbitrum and Solana as potential blockchain layers. People with […]
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Futu Securities, a prominent brokerage based in Hong Kong, has rolled out crypto “deposit services” for users on its Futu NiuNiu platform. According to a May 7 statement, the launch lets investors deposit and trade leading digital assets such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether. Futu NiuNiu, already known as Hong Kong’s top stock trading app, […]
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Movement Labs has removed co-founder Rushi Manche and restructured under a new name, Move Industries. The company announced Manche’s termination on May 7, saying: “Movement Labs has terminated Rushi Manche. Movement will continue under different leadership. Details on leadership changes and a revamped governance structure will be coming soon.” The decision follows a high-profile investigation […]
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Ethereum has activated the Pectra upgrade on its mainnet, marking a significant milestone for the blockchain network. The upgrade went live at epoch 364032 on May 7 around 10:05 UTC. Tim Beiko, the Ethereum Foundation’s Protocol Support Lead, confirmed the upgrade, stating that Pectra had successfully gone live and finalized. He noted that ongoing testing […]
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Top crypto exchanges Binance and Coinbase will temporarily pause Ethereum (ETH) deposits and withdrawals in preparation for the network’s upcoming pectra upgrade. Binance stated that ETH and tokens on Layer 2 networks like Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, Scroll, Worldcoin, and zkSync will be affected. The exchange pause starts at 09:45 (UTC). The exchange furthered that while […]
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Tari Labs launched its default-confidential proof-of-work blockchain on Tuesday, focusing on privacy and user accessibility.
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has warned that Layer-2 networks should only transition to full decentralization when their underlying proof systems are highly reliable. In a May 5 post shared on X (formerly Twitter), Buterin emphasized that advancing to “stage 2″ of decentralization must be accompanied by solid technical safeguards to avoid introducing unnecessary risks. He […]
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Tether is continuing its expansion beyond its stablecoin business with a new push into artificial intelligence. On May 5, Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino announced that the company will soon launch Tether.ai, an open-source AI platform designed for various devices. The announcement comes as the company’s flagship stablecoin, USDT, edges toward a record circulation milestone of $150 […]
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The Solana Foundation has revealed that a critical vulnerability affecting its Token-2022 standard was quietly patched in April, averting what could have been a catastrophic breach. If exploited, the flaw would have allowed attackers to mint an unlimited number of tokens or withdraw funds from any account without authorization. According to the post-mortem, the issue […]
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Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin believes that the blockchain’s long-term resilience and scalability hinge on making it simple, like Bitcoin. In a blog post on May 3, he described how “Ethereum 5 years from now can become close to as simple as Bitcoin.” Buterin wrote: “One of the best things about Bitcoin is how beautifully simple […]
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Google has added Zero-Knowledge Proof (ZKP) technology to its Google Wallet platform to strengthen user privacy in digital identity systems. The company confirmed this feature is active and enables users to verify their age across apps, websites, and devices, without disclosing personal information. According to Google: “We will use ZKP where appropriate in other Google […]
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A coalition of US blockchain firms has urged the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to provide clear regulatory guidance on crypto staking. The coalition, led by the Crypto Council for Innovation, requested in an April 30 open letter that the agency treat staking with the same clarity it recently applied to proof-of-work mining. Staked tokens […]
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Ethena Labs, the team behind the synthetic dollar USDe, has announced a strategic partnership with the TON blockchain. According to a May 1 statement, this move brings both USDe and its yield-generating counterpart, sUSDe, directly into the Telegram ecosystem. Ethena said: “This represents one of Ethena’s most meaningful launches to date. [Telegram] Users within [in […]
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Singapore Gulf Bank (SGB) has launched SGB Net, a real-time clearing network designed to power digital asset transactions for businesses across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). According to a May 1 statement, this move marks a significant step toward addressing long-standing issues in cross-border finance, including settlement delays and high transaction fees. Notably, […]
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World, formerly known as Worldcoin, has officially launched its identity verification platform in the United States, according to an April 30 statement. The blockchain-based project enables users to confirm their humanity using a World ID, which can now be verified at dedicated centers in six key cities, including Atlanta, Austin, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, and […]
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World has launched its biometric ID system stateside after years of regulatory hedging and global controversy.
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin unveiled a set of ambitious goals for the network’s next phase of development, coinciding with a new milestone in ecosystem engagement. In an April 30 post, Buterin outlined key areas of focus for 2025, including faster transaction finality, stateless client architecture, enhanced privacy features, and stronger decentralization across the stack. Buterin’s […]
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FIFA, the international football governing body, is taking a significant step in its Web3 journey by announcing a new blockchain network compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM). The update, published on April 30 via the FIFA Collect FAQ, outlines plans to migrate the football body’s NFT collection platform, FIFA Collect, from the Algorand network […]
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BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has made additional moves to incorporate blockchain technology into its traditional finance operations. According to an April 28 filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the firm seeks approval to introduce a blockchain-enabled share class, referred to as “DLT Shares,” tied to its $150 billion money market […]
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Pundi AI, a data infrastructure platform that integrates artificial intelligence with blockchain technology, has joined the NVIDIA Inception program, according to an April 29 statement shared with CryptoSlate. The initiative, designed to support cutting-edge AI startups, will offer Pundi AI access to advanced tools, training, and market support. According to the statement, Pundi AI provides […]
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